Historical artwork of the constellation of Leo
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Historical artwork of the constellation of Leo
Leo. Coloured historical artwork of the constellation of Leo. The constellation is depicted as a lion. Leo is the fifth sign of the Zodiac. The Sun is in Leo between 23 July and 22 August. It is a prominent constellation, with the arrangement of stars bearing a resemblance to the figure they represent. The bright star Regulus forms the lions heart, and the star Denebola is at the base of its tail. The Suns path, the ecliptic, is shown by the black and red line at centre. This artwork is based on a sky map by the Polish-German astronomer Johannes Hevelius (1611- 1687), which was published posthumously in 1690
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Constellation Cosmology Ecliptic Hevelius Lion Sign Of Zodiac Star Star Map Stars Stellar Zodiac Regulus
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This print showcases a stunning piece of historical artwork depicting the constellation of Leo. Colored with intricate details, this artwork portrays Leo as a majestic lion, representing the fifth sign of the Zodiac. The Sun graces Leo's domain from 23 July to 22 August each year. Leo is an unmistakable constellation, its arrangement of stars resembling the figure it represents. At the heart of this celestial lion lies Regulus, a bright star that shines with unparalleled brilliance. Denebola, another prominent star, marks the base of Leo's tail. The black and red line at the center beautifully illustrates the Suns path known as the ecliptic - guiding our journey through space and time. This remarkable artwork draws inspiration from Johannes Hevelius' sky map created in 1690; Hevelius was a renowned Polish-German astronomer whose contributions to cosmology continue to inspire generations. Immerse yourself in this stellar masterpiece that seamlessly combines artistry and astronomy. Explore the wonders of Leo and marvel at its celestial inhabitants – stars that have captivated humanity for centuries.
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